image from B&H Photo
This week I am giving away a few things I feel are either very essential to photography or just plain fun. Today’s giveaway is for something I strongly believe should be in every photographer’s closet/car – a reflector.
Why use a reflector? They help reflect light back on to your subject, fill in shadows, filter out strong sunlight and more. I adore my reflectors, and recently bought one that I can’t believe I’ve managed without so long.
When I went to the Flash Bus workshop last year, they showed us the Lastolite reflectorthat you can hold with one hand and manipulate in different positions. At first I was like “oh, that’s great, but it’s too expensive.” However, now that I have it, I can honestly say it really is worth the money (the set I’m giving away is $115).
In addition to being super user friendly with the handle that allows you to hold the reflector out, up, down, every which way, it comes with several covers that you can put on it to create different temperature or intensity of light, and the base is a filter.
I have sick children, a private in-person workshop and upcoming trip to Chicago, so I don’t have time to do a demo of how to use it, but I will come back later and do another post on it.
In the meantime, how about I give one away?
To enter to win the Lastolite 30′ 8-1 reflector set, simply tell me where you are right now when entering (like on the couch at home, at the office, in the grocery store on my iPhone, etc.).
- One entry per person
- Giveaway ends Friday, June 1st at 11:00 PM EST
- Winning comment will be selected via Random.org
- Winner has one week to respond to my email, after which I will select another winner
Links to the Lastolite reflector are Amazon affiliate links. I earn 3% on purchases made through the link, which help me pay for the giveaways I provide at EE.
About Amanda
I’m at the breakfast bar where my computer sits!
I’m staring at Everyday Elements, waiting for just the right inspiration!
I’m at the office!
Sitting at the kitchen counter eating breakfast and reading emails on my phone. 🙂
I’m sitting in my kitchen, having my midday cup of coffee and reading my emails/Google Reader.
I am at home with my kids 🙂
I am sitting on the computer (not literally!)…in my craft room.
On my computer in my craft/computer room getting inspiration for upcoming photo shoots with family!
Laying in my bed in lovely Oahu with lovely trade winds blowing through my window reading your lovely post on my lovely iPhone!
I totally need this. All of my food photos have shadows.
I am at the office!
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I am at home on the computer.
I am on my laptop in the dining room because my desk is covered with stuff after getting ready for a yard sale! Thanks!
I am on my computer in the kitchen making some yummy lunch 🙂
Thank you for a great giveaway!
I am in my office.
Checking my email while enjoying some chips and soda – I’m on vacation : )
seriously amazing. i have one small one, and i’m never quite sure how to use it most effectively. maybe you could teach me 🙂
Sitting on the floor with my 2 year old watching Sesame Street!!
I am sitting at my work (school) computer drooling over this awesome reflector!
I just got back to the office from a hearing.
Sitting at the kitchen table eating freshly grilled Copper River Salmon for a late breakfast. Decadent? Yes.
I’m at the office
I’ve got my shoes off, sitting at my desk in my office.
I’m sitting in my living room, avoiding editing pictures 🙂
I’m watching my precious 2 year old nephew nap, and stealing a few moments to check my email where I read about this great give away.
I’m sitting in my office wishing it was 5:00.
I am sitting in my bed on my laptop reading your blog, and wishing I had something like this the last few days. Was away to Lake Huron and taking pictures on the beach and the sun setting was hard with the brightness. I ended up using one hand to block out the harsh light when taking the photos in the sun. Thanks for the chance to win!
Sitting on my couch with sick my 2 and 4 yr olds laying on me. Wishing the fevers they had would just go AWAY.
Laying on my bed, my 2 year old is taking a nap so I’m having a little quiet time, playing on my iPad.
I am sitting in my living room surrounded by by boxes because we are moving yet this week!
Sitting in my bedroom room wishing for a reflector!
I am sitting on the couch with my laptop catching up on my emails and reading your post.
i’m sitting on the floor listening to my kids watch Winnie the Pooh.
I’m sitting at the table listening to my children play.
In my family room on the iPad, listening to my little boys bickering 😉
Sitting at my computer desk with my laptop, which is very odd. I hate to be shackled to the desk! Currently drooling over said reflector…
I am in the studio working tonight! :0)
Right now, I am sitting at my desk at home catching up on all my emails for today! This is the first time I’ve had to check them (9:00 pm EST)! Oh how I’d love to win the Lastolite reflector! I have a 8 month old granddaughter and I spend quite a bit of time just photographing her!
Thanks for the chance to win!!
Blessings,
Vickie White
I am in on the floor in my room with a glass of wine waiting for the LR webinar to begin. 🙂
In my recliner
I’m sitting in the living room reading my blocs.
I am sitting on my bed, reading Facebook after watching your AWESOME LR webinar tonight! Thanks so much! =)
Relaxing in my bed after watching your fantastic webinar tonight! Thanks for all the great information! I’m sure you needed a tall glass of water since you were having to speak non-stop for an hour.
I am still sitting at the computer in our home office. I just finished watching your webinar. AWESOME job. I learned so much. Thanks!!
I’m in my kitchen!
I’m in my pajamas on the sofa with my laptop, watching britcoms as I check emails : )
I’m sitting at my desk off of the kitchen trying to remember how to resize images for the web. Thanks for this great opportunity! I have been wanting to experiment with these:)
I am sitting on a green stability ball in front of Lightroom after your online webinar taking what I learned and doing hands on.
I’m home at last after a long but fulfilling day. I’m in my home office, checking email etc before I’m off to sleep.
I’m on the couch with my laptop.
Sitting at the computer in my kitchen having a cup of coffee, reading email, just waking up!
At the kitchen table wondering if I’ll win one of these great reflector sets.